1972 AMC Matador vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Aero is newer by 36 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 952 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 SSC Aero.
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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1092 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2008 SSC Aero | |
| Make | AMC | SSC |
| Model | Matador | Aero |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
