1972 BMW 3 vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1974 Tatra T603 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 3 | T603 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |