1968 AMC AMX vs. 1988 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 20 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 543 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1988 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | AMX | Virage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
