2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 61 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
