1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 BMW 745
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 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 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 381 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 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 745 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Matador | 745 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |