1970 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1970 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1970 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Tatra T603 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Tatra | Porsche |
| Model | T603 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2918 mm |
