1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 342 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | MK V |
Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |