2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1964 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1964 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1964 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 168 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1964 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | S-Type | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
