1960 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 47 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XK | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
