1996 BMW 540 vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 Tatra T603. 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 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 540 | T603 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |