1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2000 Lexus SC
To start off, 2000 Lexus SC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 454 kg more than 2000 Lexus SC. 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus SC. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign has automatic transmission and 2000 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 2000 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2000 Lexus SC | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | Sovereign | SC |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |