1972 BMW Touring vs. 1971 Tatra T603
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Tatra T603 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1971 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | Touring | T603 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
