1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 650 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| 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 | 362 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 | 1385 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 |
