1972 AMC Matador vs. 1995 BMW M5
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 23 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, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1995 BMW M5 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Matador | M5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |