1996 BMW 535 vs. 1982 Tatra T613
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1982 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1982 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Tatra T613 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 BMW 535.
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 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1982 Tatra T613 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 535 | T613 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |