2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Tatra T603 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1965 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 1965 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 (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tatra |
| Model | Tiburon | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
