1953 Porsche 1300 vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Porsche 1300 | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
Make | Porsche | Tatra |
Model | 1300 | T700 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3140 mm |