1959 Tatra T603 vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 730 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Tatra T603 | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Tatra | Jeep |
| Model | T603 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2916 mm |
