1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1964 Tatra T603
To start off, 1964 Tatra T603 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1964 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Tatra T603 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1964 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
Model | 250 GT | T603 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |