1968 AMC AMX vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 53 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | AMX | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 278 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
