1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 137 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 (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | MK IX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 77 L |