1959 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 446 kg more than 1959 Tatra T603. 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Tatra T603 | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Tatra | Nissan |
Model | T603 | Xterra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2545 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |