1968 AMC AMX vs. 1964 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Marcos 1800 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 201 more horse power than 1964 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1964 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 603 kg more than 1964 Marcos 1800. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Marcos 1800. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1964 Marcos 1800 has manual transmission. 1964 Marcos 1800 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 | 1964 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | AMC | Marcos |
| Model | AMX | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 187 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 | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
