1972 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 39 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 212 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| 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 | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
