2001 BMW Compact vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 53 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 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 404 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Compact | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | Compact | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 2001 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 118 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |