2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603.
Because 1955 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 1955 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tatra |
| Model | Tiburon | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
