2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari F430 | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
Model | F430 | T603 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |