1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 850 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. 1988 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1951 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1951 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 1988 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | C-Type | LS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
