1959 Tatra T603 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 52 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 79 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Tatra T603 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Tatra | Chevrolet |
| Model | T603 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4010 mm |
