1993 Porsche 968 vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 968 | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Porsche | Tatra |
| Model | 968 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
