1969 AMC AMX vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 AMC AMX. (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 559 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | AMX | XJ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3157 mm |
