1972 AMC Matador vs. 1984 BMW M6
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 12 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, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 62 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1984 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1984 BMW M6 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 | 1984 BMW M6 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | M6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
