1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1964 Jaguar MK X is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 490 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK X. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | MK X |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |