1972 AMC Matador vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 190 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | SC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
