1991 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 115 kg more than 1958 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 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Nissan 300 ZX | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Nissan | Tatra |
Model | 300 ZX | T603 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |