1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
