1998 BMW 328 vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1979 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Tatra T613 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 BMW 328.
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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 328 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
