2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | S2000 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
