1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 49 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 385 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 (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 2006 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1957 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| 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 | 283 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
