1968 AMC AMX vs. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 15 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 873 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 AMC AMX. (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | AMC | Bentley |
Model | AMX | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
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 | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3070 mm |