1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 34 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 346 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 500 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.
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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 927 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tatra |
| Model | Vantage | T603 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1470 kg |
