2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1961 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | Z9 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
