1972 Jaguar E Type vs. 1997 Lexus SC
To start off, 1997 Lexus SC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar E Type (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Jaguar E Type.
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, 1972 Jaguar E Type (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar E Type | 1997 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | E Type | SC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 66 L |
