2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | CLK | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
