1972 AMC Matador vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2000 Noble M12 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 504 kg more than 2000 Noble M12.
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 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2000 Noble M12 | |
| Make | AMC | Noble |
| Model | Matador | M12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
