1968 AMC AMX vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 127 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
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 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 AMC AMX. (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | AMX | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
