1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR 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 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 24 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Matador | XLR |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
