1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 37 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 45 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Matador | 320 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
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 | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 230 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 | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |