2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1972 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 481 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Tatra T603. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1972 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1972 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1972 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
| Model | SRX | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
