1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 42 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 308 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | S-Type |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |