1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 41 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 4 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 24 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar Type S | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | Type S | IS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
