1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 41 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 77 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Ambassador | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2909 mm |
