1972 AMC Matador vs. 1972 Porsche 917
To start off, both 1972 AMC Matador and 1972 Porsche 917 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,994 cc, 1972 Porsche 917 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 917 (520 HP) has 410 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 917 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 Porsche 917 (610 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm). This means 1972 Porsche 917 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1972 Porsche 917 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Matador | 917 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4994 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 520 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
