1968 AMC AMX vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 8 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 29 more horse power than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 848 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
Model | AMX | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |