1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Lexus GS
To start off, 1997 Lexus GS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus GS weights approximately 427 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1997 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK | GS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
