1966 Porsche 912 vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1966 Porsche 912 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912. 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, 1957 Tatra T603 (158 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Porsche 912 | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Porsche | Tatra |
| Model | 912 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
