1977 AMC Matador vs. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 49 kg more than 1977 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Matador | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
