1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 25 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 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1962 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Tatra |
| Model | Cutlass | T603 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
