1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1975 Tatra T603
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1975 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1975 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T603 weights approximately 40 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Tatra T603. (170 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1975 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
| Model | Mondial | T603 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
