2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Tatra T603.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Lumina | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
