1977 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1977 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 702 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | AMC | Maybach |
| Model | Matador | 57 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 2736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 110 L |
