1972 AMC Matador vs. 1966 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini 400 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 (469 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini 400. (373 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini 400. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini 400 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 | 1966 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | AMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Matador | 400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 86 L |
