2004 Nissan 350Z vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
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 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan 350Z | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Nissan | Tatra |
| Model | 350Z | T603 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
