2005 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1944 Tatra T87
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Tatra T87. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Tatra T87 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 530 more horse power than 1944 Tatra T87. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1944 Tatra T87. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 10 kg more than 1944 Tatra T87. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 1944 Tatra T87 | |
| Make | Porsche | Tatra |
| Model | Carrera GT | T87 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1944 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
