1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1991 Tatra T613
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1991 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Tatra T613. 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 B3 (455 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tatra T613. (270 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1991 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Alpina | Tatra |
| Model | B3 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
