2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | E-350 | T603 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |