1985 AC Cobra vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 23 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
Make | AC | Tatra |
Model | Cobra | T603 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |