1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
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 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | AMC | Maserati |
| Model | Matador | GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
