1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1964 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 25 kg more than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar 3.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Chevelle | 3.8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
