1972 AMC Matador vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 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 285 kg more than 1958 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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 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 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | AMC | Ferrari |
Model | Matador | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |