2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1967 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1967 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1967 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Alpina | Tatra |
Model | B7 | T603 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |