1983 Bitter SC vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 23 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 120 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Bitter | Tatra |
| Model | SC | T603 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
