1966 Jaguar MK II vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
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, 1966 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK II | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | MK II | T603 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
