2008 Acura RL vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Acura | Tatra |
| Model | RL | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
