2006 BMW 525 vs. 1985 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Tatra T613. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1985 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Tatra T613 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 1985 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1985 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1985 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1985 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 525 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |
