2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Tatra T603
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Tatra T603 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Tatra T603. 2001 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1972 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1972 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1972 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Mustang | T603 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
