1972 AMC Matador vs. 1961 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus 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 202 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 670 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1961 Ford Taunus | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Taunus |
Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |