1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 1961 Tatra T603 (159 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1961 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | GT 40 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
