1995 Ford Falcon vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 110 kg more than 1961 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Falcon | T603 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
