1949 Tatra T600 vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1686 kg more than 1949 Tatra T600. 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 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Tatra T600 | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Tatra | Ford |
Model | T600 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |