2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XJS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
