2009 BMW 550 vs. 1973 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T613 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T613. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1973 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1973 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1973 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 550 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3495 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
