1968 AMC AMX vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown 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) has 235 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 122 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | AMX | Crown |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
