2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1067 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.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Express | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5326 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 | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
