1962 Tatra T603 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 490 kg more than 1962 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Tatra T603 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
