1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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 87 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1096 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
