1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 37 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin DBS 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 | 2009 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Matador | DBS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 78 L |
