1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 530 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
