2009 BMW 740 vs. 1974 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Tatra T613. 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T613. 2009 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1974 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1974 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1974 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 740 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2090 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2990 mm |
