1968 AMC AMX vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (350 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 579 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX. 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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 AMC AMX. (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | AMC | Chrysler |
| Model | AMX | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3160 mm |
