1968 AMC AMX vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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 127 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (188 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 568 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | AMC | GMC |
Model | AMX | Safari |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |