1972 Tatra T603 vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 686 more horse power than 1972 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Tatra T603 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 711 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Tatra T603 | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Tatra | TVR |
Model | T603 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2472 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |