1972 AMC Matador vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 219 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (640 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Matador | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 476 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 89 L |
