1974 AMC Matador vs. 1994 BMW 740
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 42 kg more than 1994 BMW 740.
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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1994 BMW 740 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Matador | 740 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2940 mm |