2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tatra |
| Model | V12 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
