1957 Tatra T603 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 56 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 367 kg more than 1957 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Tatra T603 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Tatra | Ford |
| Model | T603 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |
