1962 Tatra T603 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1091 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 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3700 mm |
