1972 AMC Matador vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 41 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 459 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 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
