1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 100 kg more than 1956 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
Model | XK | T603 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |