2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 660 kg more than 1961 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 R (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | R | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |
