1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1966 Ferrari Dino is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1966 Ferrari Dino (188 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
| Model | Dino | T603 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
