2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1143 kg more than 1955 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | GMC | Tatra |
| Model | Yukon | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
