1963 Tatra T603 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 919 kg more than 1963 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Tatra T603 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Tatra | Toyota |
Model | T603 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2545 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |