2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 567 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | C-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
