1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK IX has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK IX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Ambassador | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3050 mm |
