1974 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 31 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, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz Esperante. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2005 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2005 Panoz Esperante 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 | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | AMC | Panoz |
Model | Matador | Esperante |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 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 | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 59 L |