1974 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | CLK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 62 L |
