2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 269 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (283 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | MK VIII |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1784 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |