2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 60 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 91 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 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Silverado | T600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2710 mm |
