2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 481 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | MK V |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |