1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1020 mm |
