1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
