2009 BMW 550 vs. 1948 Tatra T107
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra T107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra T107 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1948 Tatra T107. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra T107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1948 Tatra T107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 550 (489 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra T107. (118 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra T107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1948 Tatra T107 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 550 | T107 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
