1972 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 303 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS will offer significantly more control. 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 XJ (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJ | IS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
