1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
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 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
Model | Mondial | T603 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 158 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1476 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |