1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | Type S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
