2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 705 kg more than 1968 Tatra T603.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Tatra |
| Model | Discovery | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
