1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Maserati | Tatra |
| Model | Bi Turbo | T603 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
