1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1969 AMC AMX
To start off, 1969 AMC AMX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 82 kg more than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 1969 AMC AMX | |
| Make | AC | AMC |
| Model | 2-Litre | AMX |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2680 mm |
