1972 AMC Matador vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 30 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, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 289 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
