1958 Tatra T603 vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Tatra T603 | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Tatra | TVR |
| Model | T603 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
