1964 Jaguar Type S vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, 1979 Tatra T613 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1979 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Tatra T613 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1964 Jaguar Type S.
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, 1964 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar Type S | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | Type S | T613 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2990 mm |
