1974 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 34 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 267 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 360.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 360. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 360 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 | 2008 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Matador | 360 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3586 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 293 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 | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 95 L |
