1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 49 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 578 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XF |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |