2004 BMW 630 vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1951 Tatra T600. 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, 2004 BMW 630 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 630 | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 630 | T600 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |