1997 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1970 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
Make | AC | Tatra |
Model | Cobra | T603 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |