1955 Tatra T603 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 733 kg more than 1955 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Tatra T603 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Tatra | GMC |
| Model | T603 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3020 mm |
