1959 Tatra T603 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1959 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Tatra T603 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
