1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 332 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | S-Type |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |