1972 AMC Matador vs. 1972 BMW M1
To start off, both 1972 AMC Matador and 1972 BMW M1 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW M1. (177 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW M1. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW M1 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:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1972 BMW M1 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | M1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
