1968 AMC AMX vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 36 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 202 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 88 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | AMX | 316 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
