1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 53 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Ambassador | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
