1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (376 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 200 kg more than 1960 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | E | T603 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
