1996 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Tatra T613
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Tatra T613 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1996 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 1977 Tatra T613 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 525 | T613 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |