1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1970 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (246 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 84 kg more than 1970 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. (357 Nm). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 92.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
