2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | E | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
