1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 Tatra T603 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
Model | 300B | T603 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |