1972 AMC Matador vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 TVR T 350 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 TVR T 350.
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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR T 350. (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR T 350. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2008 TVR T 350 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 | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | AMC | TVR |
| Model | Matador | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
