1974 AMC Matador vs. 1967 Bristol 409
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 192 kg more than 1967 Bristol 409. 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1967 Bristol 409 | |
Make | AMC | Bristol |
Model | Matador | 409 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 81 L |