1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 328 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
