2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 395 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | CL | T603 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
