1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 36 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 91 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.
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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Ambassador | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3040 mm |
