1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
| Model | Dino | T603 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
