1972 AMC Matador vs. 1989 BMW Z1
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 17 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 234 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1.
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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1989 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
