1977 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 91 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 98 L |
