1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 446 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XKR |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
