1975 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Jaguar XKA
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKA is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Jaguar XKA | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XKA |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 466 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 843 Nm |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
