1972 AMC Matador vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1996 Infiniti Q45 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 276 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 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | AMC | Infiniti |
Model | Matador | Q45 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |