2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 544 kg more than 1963 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Tatra |
| Model | Discovery | T603 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
