1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1970 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 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 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Mustang (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 114 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.
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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Mustang | T603 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
