1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 188 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | S-Type |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |