1974 Tatra T603 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 551 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Tatra T603 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Tatra | Koenigsegg |
| Model | T603 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2659 mm |
