2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar 3.8 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 (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 105 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar 3.8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | 3.8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |