1968 AMC AMX vs. 1968 Mini Clubman
To start off, both 1968 AMC AMX and 1968 Mini Clubman 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 277 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 697 kg more than 1968 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 AMC AMX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1968 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1968 Mini Clubman 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.
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1968 AMC AMX | 1968 Mini Clubman | |
Make | AMC | Mini |
Model | AMX | Clubman |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |