1972 AMC Matador vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 254 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
