1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 20 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 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
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, 1982 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Porsche | Tatra |
| Model | 944 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
