1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 Jaguar XK

To start off, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 20 kg more than 1952 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Chevrolet Corvette 1952 Jaguar XK
Make Chevrolet Jaguar
Model Corvette XK
Year Released 1962 1952
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 3441 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 251 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 106 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 241 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2600 mm


 

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