1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 2001 Lexus GS
To start off, 2001 Lexus GS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 164 kg more than 2001 Lexus GS. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus GS. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 2001 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJR | GS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 75 L |
