1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1971 Tatra T603
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1971 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1971 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
Model | XJ6 | T603 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1798 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |