1972 AMC Matador vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 610 kg more than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | AMC | Maserati |
| Model | Matador | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
