2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1973 Tatra T613
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T613.
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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1973 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | Z9 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2990 mm |
