1974 AMC Matador vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 31 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, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 330 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 63 L |
