1972 AMC Matador vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 40 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (305 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 135 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, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Matador | CLS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |