2006 Audi S4 vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1968 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | S4 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
