1968 Citroen DS vs. 1966 Tatra T603
To start off, 1968 Citroen DS is newer by 2 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 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Tatra T603 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1966 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | DS | T603 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
