1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1954 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Chevrolet Corvette (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 357 kg more than 1954 Chevrolet Corvette.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1954 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | MK V | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |
