1974 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati Spyder 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 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | AMC | Maserati |
| Model | Matador | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 285 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 | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 88 L |
