1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 39 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 18 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
Make | AMC | Jaguar |
Model | Ambassador | XK |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1321 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2751 mm |