2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1966 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 252 kg more than 1966 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 XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Tatra T603. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1966 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1966 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1966 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XK | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 1722 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
