1997 BMW 850 vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1967 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1967 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1967 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 850 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
