2007 BMW 130 vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
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 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 130 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
