1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1961 Jaguar MK IX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 635 kg more than 1952 Tatra T600. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
Model | MK IX | T600 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3779 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |