1968 Tatra T603 vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 37 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 443 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Tatra T603 | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Tatra | Pagani |
| Model | T603 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
