1972 AMC Matador vs. 1966 Bristol 409
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. 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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1966 Bristol 409 | |
Make | AMC | Bristol |
Model | Matador | 409 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 81 L |