1968 AMC AMX vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 276 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | AMC | Pontiac |
Model | AMX | Firebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |