1977 AMC Matador vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 32 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, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 201 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2009 BMW 550 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 550 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| 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 | 1660 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 |
