2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 21 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1979 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 1979 Tatra T613 (270 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 1979 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | ST 460 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |
