2009 BMW 335 vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1965 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 335 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
