1977 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 34 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador.
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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | AMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Matador | M |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 67 L |
