2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 624 kg more than 1957 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Silverado | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2760 mm |
