1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 238 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | MK IX | IS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
