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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 387 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 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 | 4982 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |