1972 AMC Matador vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 3 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 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1203 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | 600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3910 mm |
