1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 Tatra T603
To start off, 1971 Tatra T603 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Tatra T603 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tatra |
| Model | DB4 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
