2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1962 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tatra |
| Model | Bonneville | T603 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
