1977 AMC Matador vs. 2008 BMW 523
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 361 kg more than 2008 BMW 523.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1977 AMC Matador | 2008 BMW 523 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Matador | 523 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |