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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 244 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
