1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 BMW 120
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 35 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 72 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2007 BMW 120 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Matador | 120 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |