1972 AMC Matador vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 11 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 97 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1983 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 | 1983 BMW 525 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 525 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
