1968 AMC AMX vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 70 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 AMC AMX. (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 AMC AMX. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1994 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo 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 | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | AMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | AMX | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
