2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | GMC | Tatra |
| Model | Yukon | T603 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
