1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type

To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 37 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.

Compare all specifications:

1972 AMC Matador 2009 Jaguar S-Type
Make AMC Jaguar
Model Matador S-Type
Year Released 1972 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5897 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 220 HP 399 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 553 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103.6 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.3 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.1:1
Top Speed 177 km/hour 250 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 1600 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 2070 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 70 L


 

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