1977 BMW 728 vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1977 BMW 728 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1960 Tatra T603. 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, 1977 BMW 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 728 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
