2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
Model | F430 | T603 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |