1951 Tatra T600 vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1951 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Tatra T600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Tatra T600 | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Tatra | Alpina |
| Model | T600 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
