1972 AMC Matador vs. 2000 BMW 528
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 28 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, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 186 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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2000 BMW 528 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 528 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
