1972 AMC Matador vs. 2000 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 28 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 150 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2000 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 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 | 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Matador | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 275 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 | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 89 L |
