1972 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 36 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 170 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | CLK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 474 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
