2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1990 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 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 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Tatra T613. (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Tatra T613. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1990 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1990 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | S | T613 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 1830 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2990 mm |
