1972 AMC Matador vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 27 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 630 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 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 | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Matador | F50 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 10497 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 371 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 84 L |
