1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Matador | CTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 259 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
