2006 BMW 120 vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 Tatra T613.
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, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 120 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1835 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2990 mm |
