2008 BMW X3 vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1963 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | X3 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
