1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 169 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XJS | Corvette |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
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 | 1630 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |