1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 605 kg more than 1956 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
| Model | Calais | T603 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
