1968 AMC AMX vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 24 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 318 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 456. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 456 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 456 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 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | AMX | 456 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
