1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 34 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 850 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | AMC | Bentley |
Model | Matador | Arnage |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 6752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 835 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 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 | 1600 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |