1968 Tatra T603 vs. 1985 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1985 TVR Tasmin is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1985 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Tatra T603 | 1985 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Tatra | TVR |
| Model | T603 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
