1947 Tatra Tatraplan vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan.
Because 1947 Tatra Tatraplan 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 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Tatra | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tatraplan | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2852 mm |
