2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
Model | Corvette | T603 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |