1969 AMC AMX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 40 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1969 AMC AMX. (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 353 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC AMX. (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AMX | CLK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 474 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
