1968 AMC AMX vs. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon 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 145 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 613 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, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon, 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) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon 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 | 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | AMX | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
