1961 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
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.
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1961 Chevrolet Corvair | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvair | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2368 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |