1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1993 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 12 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.
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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
