1972 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari California weights approximately 251 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2011 Ferrari California | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Matador | California |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 78 L |
