1972 AMC Matador vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 36 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 (265 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 107 L |
