1974 AMC Matador vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 39 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 258 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 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 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
