1972 AMC Matador vs. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 14 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 34 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | AMC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Matador | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
