1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 24 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 120 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | LeSabre | T603 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 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 |
