1968 AMC AMX vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 34 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 121 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 478 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | AMC | Hyundai |
Model | AMX | Equus |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 271 Nm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |