2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 136 kg more than 1956 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 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | C | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
