1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 226 kg more than 2001 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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar Type S | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | Type S | IS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
