1971 Tatra T603 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 786 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 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Tatra T603 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T603 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2893 mm |
