1968 AMC AMX vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 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 87 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 202 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | AMX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
