2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
| Model | 300 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2760 mm |
