1999 BMW M28i vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 524 kg more than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | M28i | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
