1968 AMC AMX vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 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, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (239 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 77 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | AMX | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
