1972 AMC Matador vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 1977 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
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, 1977 Porsche 911 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1977 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1977 Porsche 911 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 | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Matador | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
