1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
