2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 277 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XK |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |