1972 AMC Matador vs. 1965 MG MGC
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGC would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGC should accelerate faster 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1965 MG MGC | |
| Make | AMC | MG |
| Model | Matador | MGC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
