2008 BMW M3 vs. 1984 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1984 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1984 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | M3 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1655 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2990 mm |
