2007 BMW 318 vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1956 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, 2007 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 318 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
