1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 640 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 Saleen S7.
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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | AMC | Saleen |
| Model | Matador | S7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2692 mm |
