1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1993 Lexus GS
To start off, 1993 Lexus GS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Lexus GS. 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1993 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | MK VIII | GS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
