1972 AMC Matador vs. 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z
To start off, both 1972 AMC Matador and 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z (251 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z 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. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z has manual transmission. 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z 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 | 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z | |
| Make | AMC | Zagato |
| Model | Matador | Ferrari 3Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
