1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1967 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1967 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1967 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | 600 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2760 mm |
