1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | S-Type |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |