2003 Nissan 350Z vs. 1989 Tatra T613
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1989 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Tatra T613 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan 350Z | 1989 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Nissan | Tatra |
| Model | 350Z | T613 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |
