1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
