2008 BMW M3 vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1962 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 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | M3 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
