2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603.
Because 1959 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | GMC | Tatra |
| Model | Acadia | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
