2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 1972 AMC Matador | |
Make | Alpina | AMC |
Model | B5 | Matador |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6571 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Top Speed | 309 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |