1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 110 kg more than 1961 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | LeSabre | T603 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
