2009 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Tatra T700
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tatra T700 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tatra T700.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Tatra T700 (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1999 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 530 | T700 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3140 mm |
