1968 AMC AMX vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 177 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 AMC AMX. (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 AMC AMX. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen W12 has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen W12 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 | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | AMX | W12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 350 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
