1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 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 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 40 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 325 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
