2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1960 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Land Rover | Tatra |
Model | Discovery | T603 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |