2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240.
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 (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | 240 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |