2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 52 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | MK II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 195 Nm |
| 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 | 1400 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
