1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 140 kg more than 1957 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Thunderbird | T603 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
