1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 36 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 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603.
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, 1957 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | 190 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
