2008 BMW 630 vs. 1985 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Tatra T613. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1985 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Tatra T613 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 BMW 630.
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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 1985 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 630 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2990 mm |
