1968 AMC AMX vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 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 75 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 168 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | AMC | Jaguar |
Model | AMX | XJ |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3040 mm |