1974 AMC Matador vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Matador | 320 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3310 mm |