1966 Tatra T603 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 38 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1966 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 185 kg more than 1966 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Tatra T603 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Tatra | Vauxhall |
| Model | T603 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
