1957 Tatra T603 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
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, 2002 BMW Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Tatra T603 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Tatra | BMW |
| Model | T603 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
