1972 AMC Matador vs. 1972 Aston Martin AM Vantage
To start off, both 1972 AMC Matador and 1972 Aston Martin AM Vantage were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Aston Martin AM Vantage (321 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Aston Martin AM Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Aston Martin AM Vantage weights approximately 120 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.
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1972 AMC Matador | 1972 Aston Martin AM Vantage | |
Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
Model | Matador | AM Vantage |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1750 kg |