1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jaguar XJ | 2002 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJ | IS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
