2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (299 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1955 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (330 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
| Model | Aspen | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
