1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 27 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 2,543 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 1987 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Sierra | T603 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |