1958 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2003 Lexus LS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 25 kg more than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK IX | 2003 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | MK IX | LS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2930 mm |
