1971 AC 428 vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 1971 AC 428 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Tatra T603 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 AC 428.
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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | AC | Tatra |
| Model | 428 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
