1968 AMC AMX vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX 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 192 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 93 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | AMX | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
