2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 128 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Expedition | T600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 118 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |