1994 Acura NSX vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1994 Acura NSX.
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, 1994 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Acura NSX | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Acura | Tatra |
Model | NSX | T603 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |