2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 355 kg more than 1960 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 SL (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | SL | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
