2006 BMW 650 vs. 1984 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1984 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1984 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Tatra T613. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1984 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 650 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2990 mm |
