2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1978 Tatra T613
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Tatra T613 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
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 XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Tatra T613. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1978 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1978 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1978 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XJ | T613 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2990 mm |
