1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Bizzarrini GTS
To start off, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is newer by 33 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, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador.
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, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (710 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Bizzarrini GTS | |
| Make | AMC | Bizzarrini |
| Model | Matador | GTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
