1972 AMC Matador vs. 1996 BMW 540
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 24 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 111 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1996 BMW 540 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Matador | 540 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |