1968 AMC AMX vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is newer by 3 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (260 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 353 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile 442.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
Make | AMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | AMX | 442 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |