1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 432 kg more than 1971 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1971 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Chevrolet Corvette 2011 Jaguar XJ
Make Chevrolet Jaguar
Model Corvette XJ
Year Released 1971 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 470 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 574 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1529 kg 1961 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5248 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1448 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 3157 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 82 L


 

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