1972 AMC Matador vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 12 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 342 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO 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 | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Matador | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 120 L |
