2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1952 Tatra T600. 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Alpina | Tatra |
Model | B3 | T600 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1952 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |