1971 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1971 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4, 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, 1971 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Tatra T603 | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Tatra | Brilliance |
| Model | T603 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
