2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 191 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | MK II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
