1973 Tatra T603 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603.
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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Tatra T603 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Tatra | Pontiac |
Model | T603 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |