1956 Tatra T603 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 49 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1054 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Tatra T603 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
Model | T603 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2545 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |