1968 AMC AMX vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 30 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 120 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 34 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 1968 AMC AMX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Contour 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 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | AMX | Contour |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6625 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
