2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 48 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Expedition | T603 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |