1972 AMC Matador vs. 1967 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 444 kg more than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1967 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | AMC | Ferrari |
Model | Matador | Dino |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 57 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |