1972 AMC Matador vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 126 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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1973 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Matador | S |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |