2009 BMW M6 vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1949 Tatra T600. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | M6 | T600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |