1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 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 5 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (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 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 525 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
