1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 33 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Matador | CLK |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2683 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 68.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |