2008 Honda NSX vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Tatra T603 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
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 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Honda | Tatra |
Model | NSX | T603 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |