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AMC Matador 6.5

General information

ModelAMC Matador 6.5
Year1972
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating65 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6571 ccm (400.96 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement6571 ccm (400.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power258.50 PS (190 kW or 255 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque469 Nm (47.8 kgf-m or 345.9 ft.lbs) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke105.6 x 93.4 mm (4.2 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed186.0 km/h (115.6 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1586 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1630 kg (3,593.5 pounds)
Overall length5240 mm (206.3 inches)
Overall width1970 mm (77.6 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase3000 mm (118.1 inches)
Fuel capacity74.0 litres (19.55 gallons)
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