1957 Tatra T603 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1957 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Tatra T603 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T603 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
