1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 398 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
