1968 AMC AMX vs. 1991 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1991 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 23 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 186 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 163 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, 1991 Cadillac DeVille, 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1991 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | AMX | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2820 mm |
