2005 BMW 116 vs. 1975 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 BMW 116 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1975 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T603 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 BMW 116.
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, 1975 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 116 | 1975 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 116 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
