1972 AMC Matador vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 40 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 683 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.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | X5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
