1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1961 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
Model | XK8 | T603 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |