1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 859 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | AMC | Donkervoort |
Model | Matador | D8 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |