2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | E-250 | T603 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |