2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 56 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 448 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.
Because 1949 Tatra T600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | LaCrosse | T600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
