1985 Maserati 228 vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 1985 Maserati 228 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Tatra T603 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Maserati 228.
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 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati 228 | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Maserati | Tatra |
| Model | 228 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
