1972 AMC Matador vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 211 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Matador | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |
