1972 AMC Matador vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
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 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Matador | 965 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |
