1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 2 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK | SC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
