2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,950 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1960 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | C30 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2950 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
