1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 40 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 (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 196 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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (435 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
