1968 AMC AMX vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX 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, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 121 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | AMX | NSX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 270 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 | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |