1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 326 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XJ6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 498 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
