1995 BMW S3 vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1997 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | S3 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
