1986 BMW 316 vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Tatra T603 (104 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 BMW 316. 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, 1968 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 316 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
