1968 AMC AMX vs. 1988 BMW 525
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 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, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 83 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 525 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 BMW 525 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | AMX | 525 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
