1957 Tatra T603 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1964 Wartburg 311 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Tatra T603 (94 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Tatra T603 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Tatra | Wartburg |
| Model | T603 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
