1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 326 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 Jaguar XK (625 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | XK |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 503 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2752 mm |
