1990 BMW M3 vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | M3 | T603 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |