2007 Jaguar XK vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK weights approximately 195 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 XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603. 2007 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1965 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1965 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XK | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
