2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1844 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Tahoe | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
