2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1987 Tatra T613
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1987 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Tatra T613 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Tatra T613. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1987 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1987 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 1987 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | S | T613 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2990 mm |
