1972 AMC Matador vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 142 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Matador | CTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
