2009 BMW 328 vs. 1964 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1964 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1964 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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 1964 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 328 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
