2006 BMW 545 vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603. 2006 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1973 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1973 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 545 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
