1967 Tatra T603 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 343 kg more than 1967 Tatra T603. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1967 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1967 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Tatra T603 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Tatra | Jaguar |
| Model | T603 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3157 mm |
