1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador 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 3 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (469 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Ambassador | XJR |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |
