1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 V8 Vantage | |
Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
Model | Matador | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4282 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 77 L |