1972 AMC Matador vs. 2002 Bentley State Limousine
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 30 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), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 1685 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2002 Bentley State Limousine | |
| Make | AMC | Bentley |
| Model | Matador | State Limousine |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 3390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 6230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
