1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 100 kg more than 1956 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
| Model | Sedan | T603 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
