1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 210 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Lexus LS | |
Make | AMC | Lexus |
Model | Matador | LS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 84 L |