1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Jaguar XJS | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJS | GS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
