2005 BMW 318 vs. 1989 Tatra T613
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 16 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, 1989 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Tatra T613 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 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, 1989 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 1989 Tatra T613 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 318 | T613 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |