1986 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 26 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Nissan 300 ZX.
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, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan 300 ZX | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Nissan | Tatra |
Model | 300 ZX | T603 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |