2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 320 kg more than 1965 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | S-Type | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 687 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
