1972 AMC Matador vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 816 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | AMC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Matador | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 94 L |
