2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1972 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Tatra T603 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Tatra T603. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1972 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1972 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1972 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | E-150 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
