1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 420 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
Model | Seville | T603 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |