1974 Maserati Indy vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1974 Maserati Indy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Indy (331 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Indy weights approximately 78 kg more than 1963 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Maserati Indy | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Maserati | Tatra |
| Model | Indy | T603 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
