1968 AMC AMX vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 40 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 357 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJR. (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2008 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | AMX | XJR |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 1734 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 |
