1956 Tatra T603 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 195 kg more than 1956 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 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Tatra T603 | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Tatra | Vauxhall |
| Model | T603 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
