1956 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 54 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 510 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1360 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 842 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Tatra T603 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Tatra | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | T603 | SL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
