1955 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 55 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 290 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, 2010 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Tatra T603 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Tatra | Lexus |
| Model | T603 | IS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2731 mm |
