1955 Tatra T603 vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore.
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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Tatra T603 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Tatra | Holden |
| Model | T603 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
