1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 77 L |