1968 AMC AMX vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 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 154 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 673 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 Nm). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AMX | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
