1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Matador | 335 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |