1972 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 41 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 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 783 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 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | AMC | Bentley |
| Model | Matador | Continental |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
