1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1993 Lexus GS
To start off, 1993 Lexus GS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 58 kg more than 1993 Lexus GS. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS. 1993 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar 420G has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar 420G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1993 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | 420G | GS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
