1971 Tatra T603 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 41 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 837 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.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1971 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1971 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Tatra T603 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Tatra | Dodge |
| Model | T603 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3569 mm |
