2006 Jaguar XK vs. 1989 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1989 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Tatra T613 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK.
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 XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Tatra T613. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1989 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1989 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK | 1989 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XK | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2990 mm |
