2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 22 kg more than 1965 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 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Mustang | T603 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |