1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1975 Tatra T613
To start off, 1975 Tatra T613 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T613 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1975 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XK | T613 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2990 mm |
