1968 AMC AMX vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 80 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 33 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE 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:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | AMX | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
