2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 214 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1973 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1973 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XJ | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| 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 | 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 | 2110 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
