1974 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 39 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 648 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 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | AMC | Bentley |
Model | Matador | Continental |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 90 L |