1974 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 497 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | AMC | Porsche |
Model | Matador | Boxster |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |