1956 Ferrari 255 S vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1956 Ferrari 255 S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 255 S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 255 S | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
| Model | 255 S | T600 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2715 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
