1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 313 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvair | XK |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
