2007 BMW 116 vs. 1975 Tatra T613
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T613 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 1975 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1975 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 116 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1205 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2990 mm |
