2007 BMW 530 vs. 1985 Tatra T613
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Tatra T613. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1985 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Tatra T613 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Tatra T613. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1985 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1985 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1985 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 530 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
