2002 BMW 318 vs. 1985 Tatra T613
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Tatra T613 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Tatra T613 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. 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, 2002 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 1985 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 318 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
