1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1968 Dodge Polara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Polara (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 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, 1968 Dodge Polara (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Dodge | Tatra |
Model | Polara | T603 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |