1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 318 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3060 mm |