1972 AMC Matador vs. 1995 Bentley Continental
To start off, 1995 Bentley Continental is newer by 23 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 820 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1995 Bentley Continental | |
Make | AMC | Bentley |
Model | Matador | Continental |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 717 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 108 L |