1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 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 274 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | MK V |
Year Released | 1957 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |