1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 57 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
Model | Corvette | T600 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |