1972 AMC Matador vs. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000
To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 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 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 60 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, 1972 AMC Matador (469 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. (373 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 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 Ferrari F1 2000 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Matador | F1 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 771 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 95 L |
