1972 Holden Statesman vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1974 Tatra T603 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Statesman (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Holden Statesman.
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 Holden Statesman (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Statesman | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | Statesman | T603 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
