1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 35 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 78 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tatra |
| Model | Project Vantage | T603 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
