1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1982 Tatra T613
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1982 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Tatra T613 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1993 Alpina B6.
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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1982 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Alpina | Tatra |
| Model | B6 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
