1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3060 mm |
