1968 AMC AMX vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1969 Porsche 911 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) has 159 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 357 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (191 Nm). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | AMX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 209 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 | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
