1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ-13
To start off, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 275 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 (570 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XJ-13 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1000 mm |
