2000 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XK is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XK weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603. 2000 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1973 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1973 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XK | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XK | T603 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
