1997 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan.
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, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm). This means 1997 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK8 | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XK8 | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
