2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (435 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603.
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 Ford Mustang (544 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Mustang | T603 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
