2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1970 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1970 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 372 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Tatra T603. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1970 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1970 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XF | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
