1972 AMC Matador vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 736 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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 (468 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 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 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 125 L |