2005 BMW 748 vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1974 Tatra T603. 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, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 748 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
