1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 143 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XK | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
