1958 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 52 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 256 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Tatra T603 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Tatra | Buick |
| Model | T603 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2936 mm |
