1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1962 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Alpina | Tatra |
Model | B 10 | T603 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |