2008 BMW 525 vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1965 Tatra T603.
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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1965 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1965 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 525 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
