1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 Tatra T603 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
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 Mercedes-Benz SC (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | SC | T603 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
