1972 AMC Matador vs. 1998 BMW 728
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 26 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 30 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 728. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1998 BMW 728 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 728 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
