1968 AMC AMX vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 35 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 93 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 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 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | AMX | 360 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 300 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 | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
