1977 AMC Matador vs. 2008 BMW 740
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 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 740 (303 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1977 AMC Matador. 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, 2008 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2008 BMW 740 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 740 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 88 L |
