2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
Model | XF | T603 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |