1955 Tatra T603 vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1987 Ford Fairlane is newer by 32 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 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 160 kg more than 1955 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Tatra T603 | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Tatra | Ford |
| Model | T603 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
