1972 AMC Matador vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 29 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1030 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | AMC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Matador | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3070 mm |
