2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1964 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1964 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1964 Tatra T603.
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, 2006 Cadillac STS (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Tatra T603. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1964 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1964 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1964 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
| Model | STS | T603 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
