1977 AMC Matador vs. 1975 BMW 1502
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 881 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 1502 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 1502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1975 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 50 L |
