2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XK |
Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |