2009 BMW 125 vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tatra T700 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1996 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 125 | T700 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3140 mm |
