1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 34 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 59 kg more than 1963 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Falcon | T603 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1476 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 |
