1972 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 95 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 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, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Matador | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
