1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1966 Tatra T603
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1966 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1966 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Tatra T603 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1966 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | C 111 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2472 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
