2004 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (494 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Tatra |
| Model | Gallardo | T603 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
