1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 236 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.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Matador | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
