1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 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 68 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 121 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (401 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
