1968 AMC AMX vs. 1999 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 31 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, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 800 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, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 AMC AMX. (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1999 Bugatti Chiron | |
Make | AMC | Bugatti |
Model | AMX | Chiron |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 6250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |