1972 AMC Matador vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 509 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Matador | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
