1996 Porsche Boxster vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1996 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1996 Porsche Boxster (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche Boxster | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Porsche | Tatra |
Model | Boxster | T603 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |