2006 BMW 545 vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603.
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 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 545 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2545 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
