1965 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Tatra T603.
Because 1965 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 1965 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Tatra T603 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Tatra | Ford |
| Model | T603 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2788 mm |
