2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1963 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 (488 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Silverado | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2760 mm |
