2003 BMW 318 vs. 1980 Tatra T613
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Tatra T613 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Tatra T613 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 BMW 318 (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Tatra T613. 2003 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1980 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1980 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW 318 | 1980 Tatra T613 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 318 | T613 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 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 |