1961 Tatra T603 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1961 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Tatra T603 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Tatra | Audi |
| Model | T603 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
