2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1986 Tatra T613
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Tatra T613 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
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, 2000 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1986 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Alpina | Tatra |
| Model | B3 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
