2008 BMW 540 vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 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 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1961 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 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 540 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2545 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
