1963 Jaguar MK II vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 365 kg more than 1963 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Jaguar MK II | 1988 Lexus LS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | MK II | LS |
Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |