1977 Holden GTS vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | GTS | T603 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
