2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 59 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 465 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.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Tatra T600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
| Model | Escalade | T600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
