1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 38 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 119 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | AMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Matador | FX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
