1977 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 29 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 589 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | AMC | Bentley |
| Model | Matador | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 100 L |
