1968 AMC AMX vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (299 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1981 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | AMC | Jaguar |
Model | AMX | XJS |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 299 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |