1974 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 56 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
Make | AMC | Jaguar |
Model | Matador | XK |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 75 L |