1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1961 Jaguar MK X is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 683 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | MK X |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |