1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XK8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |