2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 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 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 1961 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 1961 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250, 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | E-250 | T603 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
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 | 225 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |