1958 Tatra T603 vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 48 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 200 kg more than 1958 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend, 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Tatra T603 | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Tatra | Honda |
| Model | T603 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
