2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 449 kg more than 1963 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercury | Tatra |
| Model | Milan | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
