2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1045 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 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Tatra |
| Model | Range Rover | T603 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
