1972 AMC Matador vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | AMC | Rover |
Model | Matador | P5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |