1968 AMC AMX vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Renault Safrane 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 174 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 148 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, 2000 Renault Safrane, 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | AMX | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
