1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayman. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Matador | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
