1963 Tatra T603 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 321 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.
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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Tatra T603 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Tatra | Chrysler |
Model | T603 | 300 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2545 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3053 mm |