1995 BMW 525 vs. 1986 Tatra T613
To start off, 1995 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1986 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Tatra T613 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 525 (285 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Tatra T613. (270 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 1986 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 525 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
