1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 469 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XJS | Corvette |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |