1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 101 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Matador | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
