2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Silverado | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
