2007 BMW 530 vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1949 Tatra T600. 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 530 | T600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |