1961 Tatra T603 vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1961 Tatra T603 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Tatra T603 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Tatra T603 | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
Model | T603 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |