2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1961 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Porsche | Tatra |
Model | 911 | T603 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |