1966 Tatra T603 vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1966 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Tatra T603 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Tatra T603 | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Tatra | TVR |
| Model | T603 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2300 mm |
