2007 BMW 120 vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Tatra T603 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 120 | T603 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |