1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 74 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | 240 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |