1963 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 1970 Tatra T603 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1970 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
Make | AC | Tatra |
Model | Cobra | T603 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |