1977 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 350 kg more than 1956 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 Lincoln Mark VI (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Tatra |
| Model | Mark VI | T603 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
