1974 AMC Matador vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 38 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XK.
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, 2012 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
Make | AMC | Jaguar |
Model | Matador | XK |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1328 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 61 L |