1972 AMC Matador vs. 1973 BMW 525
To start off, 1973 BMW 525 is newer by 1 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 BMW 525. 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, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1973 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1973 BMW 525 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 | 1973 BMW 525 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 525 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
