1972 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 985 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | AMC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Matador | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
