1997 Tatra T700 vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1965 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Tatra T700 | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Tatra | Tatra |
| Model | T700 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
