1988 Porsche 928 vs. 1966 Tatra T603
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1966 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1966 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1966 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 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 1966 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Porsche | Tatra |
Model | 928 | T603 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |