1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | 200 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
