1958 Tatra T603 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 54 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Tatra T603 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Tatra | SsangYong |
| Model | T603 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3270 mm |
