1979 Tatra T613 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1979 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 123 kg more than 1979 Tatra T613. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Tatra T613. (270 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Tatra T613. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1979 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1979 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Tatra T613 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Tatra | Jaguar |
| Model | T613 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3157 mm |
