2004 Buick Regal vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 128 kg more than 1957 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | Regal | T603 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
