1972 AMC Matador vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 41 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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 325 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
