1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 47 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1965 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XF |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
