1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 100 kg more than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar Type S | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | Type S | GS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
