1955 Tatra T603 vs. 2002 Vector M12
To start off, 2002 Vector M12 is newer by 47 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vector M12 weights approximately 162 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, 2002 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Tatra T603 | 2002 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Tatra | Vector |
| Model | T603 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
