1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1950 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1950 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 80 kg more than 1950 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1950 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XK |
Year Released | 1963 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |