1974 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2006 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 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 6,750 cc, 2006 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2006 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | AMC | Bentley |
| Model | Matador | Azure |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 6750 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 107 L |
