1974 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Audi S8
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 33 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, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2007 Audi S8 | |
| Make | AMC | Audi |
| Model | Matador | S8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 90 L |
