1977 AMC Matador vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 156 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 AMC Matador | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Matador | 300B |
Year Released | 1977 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |