2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 240 kg more than 1960 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XJ | T603 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
