1968 AMC AMX vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 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 115 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 606 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1954 Buick 70 | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | AMX | 70 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3230 mm |