1972 AMC Matador vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 21 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, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 26 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | SL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
