2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1965 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 GMC Yukon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1965 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1965 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | GMC | Tatra |
| Model | Yukon | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
