2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | Z4 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
