1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | MK II | T700 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3140 mm |
