1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1960 Tatra T603 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,921 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Tatra |
Model | DB2 | T603 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2921 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |