1963 Jaguar MK X vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 101 kg more than 2011 Lexus GS.
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, 2011 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK X | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | MK X | GS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3780 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 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 | 1890 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
