1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 1995 Alpina B 12 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1967 Tatra T603.
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, 1995 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm). This means 1995 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Alpina | Tatra |
| Model | B 12 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 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 |
