1968 AMC AMX vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 32 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 85 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 917 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 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 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | AMC | Caterham |
| Model | AMX | 7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 235 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 | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
