2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 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 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603. 2003 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1967 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1967 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
| Model | 612 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
