1968 AMC AMX vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 2 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 279 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 662 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | AMC | Sunbeam |
| Model | AMX | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2090 mm |
