1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Matador | XJR |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 249 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 Length | 5240 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
