1974 AMC Matador vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 660 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 208 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 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Matador | 208 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 74 L |
