1968 AMC AMX vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 9 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 738 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 1968 AMC AMX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | AMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | AMX | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
