1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 557 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1952 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1952 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1952 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
