1974 AMC Matador vs. 1970 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bizzarrini GT 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 112 more horse power than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1970 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1970 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1970 Bizzarrini GT | |
| Make | AMC | Bizzarrini |
| Model | Matador | GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
