1968 AMC AMX vs. 1968 MG MGC
To start off, both 1968 AMC AMX and 1968 MG MGC were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 167 more horse power than 1968 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGC.
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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGC. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1968 MG MGC has manual transmission. 1968 MG MGC 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 | 1968 MG MGC | |
| Make | AMC | MG |
| Model | AMX | MGC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
