2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1968 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1968 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1968 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XJ8 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
