2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Tatra |
| Model | Veyron | T603 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
