1972 AMC Matador vs. 1985 Bitter SC
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 13 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 116 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1985 Bitter SC | |
Make | AMC | Bitter |
Model | Matador | SC |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |