1996 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Tatra T613
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 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, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1977 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Tatra T613 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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 M3 (305 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Tatra T613. (270 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1977 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | M3 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
