1968 Tatra T603 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 41 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 780 kg more than 1968 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1968 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1968 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Tatra T603 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T603 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
