1972 AMC Matador vs. 1975 BMW 316
To start off, 1975 BMW 316 is newer by 3 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 635 kg more than 1975 BMW 316. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 316 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 | 1975 BMW 316 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 316 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
