2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
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, 1972 AMC Matador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2009 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2009 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1972 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Alpina | AMC |
| Model | Roadster | Matador |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 105.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
