1968 AMC AMX vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 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, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 126 kg more than 2002 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | AMX | W12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
