1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 500 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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | AMC | Maserati |
| Model | Matador | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
