1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1968 AMC AMX
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 23 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1968 AMC AMX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | 6C | AMX |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 6386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
