1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
