1981 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 230 kg more than 1960 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, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Tatra |
| Model | Longchamp | T603 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
