1967 Tatra T603 vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Tatra T603 | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Tatra | Tatra |
| Model | T603 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
