1954 Porsche 356 vs. 1966 Tatra T603
To start off, 1966 Tatra T603 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1966 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Tatra T603 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
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, 1966 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1966 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Porsche 356 | 1966 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Porsche | Tatra |
Model | 356 | T603 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |