2009 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tatra T700 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | M3 | T700 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
