1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 34 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 79 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. 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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 318 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
