1972 AMC Matador vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 40 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 237 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Matador | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
