1955 Tatra T603 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 56 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 126 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Tatra T603 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Tatra | Subaru |
| Model | T603 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
