1972 AMC Matador vs. 1996 Bentley Azure
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 24 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 716 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1996 Bentley Azure | |
Make | AMC | Bentley |
Model | Matador | Azure |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 108 L |