1969 AMC AMX vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1969 AMC AMX. (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC AMX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC AMX. (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AMX | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |
