1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Matador | XJ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 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 | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
