1972 AMC Matador vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 32 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 851 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (876 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (468 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2004 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | AMC | Bentley |
| Model | Matador | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
