1962 Tatra T603 vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Westfield ZEI is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
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, 2001 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Tatra T603 | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Tatra | Westfield |
| Model | T603 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
