1991 Alpina B vs. 1971 Tatra T603
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 20 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 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 396 kg more than 1971 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1971 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Alpina | Tatra |
| Model | B | T603 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
