1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
