2009 BMW 335 vs. 1985 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 24 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, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1985 Tatra T613. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1985 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Tatra T613 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1985 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 335 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 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 | 1602 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
