1974 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 37 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, 2011 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 42 kg more than 2011 Audi A6.
Because 1974 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AMC | Audi |
| Model | Matador | A6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 80 L |
