1972 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (457 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 485 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 457 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
