1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 13 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 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1963 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Tatra |
| Model | Cutlass | T603 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
