2008 BMW 116 vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 BMW 116.
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, 1961 Tatra T603 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1961 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 116 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
