2008 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603.
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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | S | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2760 mm |
