1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1974 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1974 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:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3033 mm |
