1968 AMC AMX vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 29 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 27 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 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 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | AMX | F355 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 294 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
