1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 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 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 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 354 kg more than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | MK V |
Year Released | 1955 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3868 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |