1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Mustang | T603 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |