1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 51 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 28 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 1999 Lexus IS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XK | IS |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |