1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 16 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | MK II | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
