1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1948 Tatra T107
To start off, 1959 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra T107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra T107 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1948 Tatra T107. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra T107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 273 kg more than 1948 Tatra T107. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra T107. (118 Nm). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra T107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1948 Tatra T107 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XK | T107 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
