2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
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 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | B | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
