2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
Model | Silverado | T603 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |