1974 AMC Matador vs. 1998 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 24 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 147 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 1998 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Matador | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 479 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 114 L |
