1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 BMW 650

To start off, 2007 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 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 650
Make AMC BMW
Model Matador 650
Year Released 1972 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4228 cc 4799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 110 HP 363 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1484 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1380 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 70 L


 

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