1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1973 Tatra T613
To start off, 1973 Tatra T613 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T613 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Jaguar C-Type | 1973 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
Model | C-Type | T613 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2990 mm |