2008 BMW 320 vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Tatra T613 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
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, 1979 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1979 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1979 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 320 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3494 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1505 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
