1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 227 kg more than 1966 Jaguar E-Type. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar E-Type. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
